Wills & Probate Solicitor

Our client is looking for a Wills & Probate Solicitor for their Lancashire based firm.

To assist the Department Head, including some complex matters for high net worth clients, Court of Protection, wills, trusts, LPAs and estate administration legal services to be delivered from the Preston office.

Must have 3 years PQE

Duties and Responsibilities

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Trusts

IHT planning advice

Business development including attending out of office hours events as appropriate

Leadership, managerial and supervisory duties

Wills

Complex estate administration with a supervisory role over junior lawyers undertaking more straightforward estate administration matters

Applications for Court of Protection orders

Key Performance Indicators of the role

Completion of the STEP diploma

Maintenance and development of your knowledge and expertise in the areas outlined above

Generate sufficient leads and referrals in order to achieve fee income targets

Meeting chargeable hours and fee income targets set

Successful candidate must have

Ability to work with all levels of staff

Professionalism

Excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Effective time management skills

Although back up will be available, the ability to work unsupervised is essential

An enthusiasm and aptitude for business development is vital – a track record will be advantageous

General experience in drafting wills (including the use of trusts to assist in the mitigation of IHT, asset preservation and bloodline planning), trusts, estate administration, Lasting Powers of attorney and court of protection work

STEP qualification and membership of Solicitors for the Elderly will be an advantage though not a pre requirement.